BLW Recruitment Updates 2026

BLW Recruitment Updates 2026: Complete Guide

Banaras Locomotive Works (BLW), formerly known as Diesel Locomotive Works (DLW), is located in Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh). It is a premier production unit of Indian Railways, renowned for manufacturing state-of-the-art electric locomotives. Unlike Zonal Railways (RRB/RRC), BLW conducts its own independent recruitment drives, primarily for ITI Apprentices and Quota-based vacancies, offering a gateway to a prestigious technical career in the holy city of Varanasi.

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BLW (Varanasi) Recruitment: The Complete Career Guide

BLW is a dream workplace for technical aspirants in Uttar Pradesh. Having transitioned from diesel to electric locomotive manufacturing, it represents the modern face of Indian Railways. Recruitment here is highly competitive due to the structured training facilities and the advantage of the “Railway Apprentice Quota.”

BLW Recruitment Categories & “Trade-Wise” Opportunities

BLW is a massive manufacturing complex, so recruitment is heavily skewed towards technical trades and special quotas. Candidates should know the specific opportunities available:

• Act Apprentice (The Biggest Drive):
  • Volume: BLW releases substantial annual notifications (often 370+ seats).
  • Trades: High demand for Fitter, Carpenter, Painter (General), Machinist, Welder (G&E), and Electrician.
  • The “BLW Advantage”: Completing an apprenticeship here is a badge of honor. It grants a 20% Quota in Level-1 (Group D) jobs in the railways and provides industrial training with a monthly Stipend.
  • Selection: Purely on Merit (10th Marks + ITI Marks). Note: BLW often has separate seats for ITI and Non-ITI candidates.
• Sports Quota:
  • BLW has a vibrant sporting culture with excellent infrastructure in Varanasi. It conducts Open Advertisement recruitment for outstanding sportspersons in disciplines like Cricket, Football, Athletics, and Basketball. Trials are held at the BLW Sports Stadium.
• Cultural Quota:
  • Recruitment for artists in Music (Vocal/Instrumental), Dance, and Drama. Being in the cultural capital of India (Varanasi), these posts attract high-caliber talent.
• Scouts & Guides Quota:
  • Dedicated vacancies for active members of the Bharat Scouts and Guides organization. Selection is based on written exam and certificate marks.

Key Recruitment Process Details

• No RRB Exams: For most BLW-specific posts (Apprentice/Sports/Cultural), you do not go through RRB. You apply directly to the Principal Chief Personnel Officer (PCPO) at BLW.
• Merit List Generation: For apprentices, a unified merit list is prepared based on matriculation and ITI scores.
• Document Verification (DV): Shortlisted candidates are called to the BLW Administrative Building in Varanasi for verification.

Contact Details & Address (Official)

For queries regarding Apprentice Merit Lists, Joining Letters, or Medical Boards, use the official contact channels listed below.

• Office Address: Principal Chief Personnel Officer, Banaras Locomotive Works (BLW), Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh – 221004
• Helpline & Contact:
  • Phone: 0542-2642500 / 0542-2642700 (General Enquiry)
  • Office Hours: 09:30 AM – 06:00 PM (Monday – Friday)
• Official Website:
  • blw.indianrailways.gov.in (Navigate to ‘Recruitment’)

Selection Process for Apprentices

The BLW Apprentice selection follows a transparent, merit-based protocol:

1. Application: Online application via the apprenticeship portal.
2. Merit Calculation: Average of marks obtained in Class 10 and ITI (for ITI seats) or just Class 10 (for Non-ITI seats).
3. DV & Medical: Verification of original certificates and a medical fitness test at the BLW Central Hospital.

Stay Alert for BLW Updates

BLW recruitment notifications are eagerly awaited by thousands of UP and Bihar aspirants. Apprentice Merit Lists and Sports Quota trial dates are critical. We strongly recommend checking this dashboard twice weekly. Bookmark this page for the fastest BLW (Varanasi) alerts.